Production Planner II

Crane Aerospace & Electronics, Inc.; Chandler, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

401k Retirement Plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Crane Aerospace & Electronics in Chandler, AZ is seeking a Production Planner II to manage work orders, schedule production, and coordinate MRP-driven material flow with operations and procurement.

You will collaborate with CM, CAMs, Buyers, and Engineers to ensure on-time delivery, maintain schedule integrity, and prepare production reports while supporting continuous improvement and lean manufacturing practices.

Qualifications

• Experience in scheduling, supply chain, or fulfillment roles.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and Kanban systems.
• Proficiency with Oracle ERP and basic data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Create and manage work orders and production schedules.
• Coordinate with operations, procurement, and engineering to meet schedules.
• Expedite material flow and resolve shortages.
• Generate production reports and monitor risks.

Skills

Scheduling

Supply chain

Lean manufacturing

Microsoft Excel

Strong communication

Analytical problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain or related field

Tools

Oracle ERP

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Crane Aerospace and Electronics has an exciting opportunity for a Production Planner II at our Chandler, AZ location. About Crane: Crane Aerospace & Electronics supplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense markets. You’ll find Crane Aerospace & Electronics in some of the toughest environments: from engines to landing gear; from satellites to medical implants and from missiles to unmanned aerial systems (UAS). From supplying microwave products for GPS satellites to integrated assemblies for the latest innovative defense platforms, come join an industry-leading aerospace & defense manufacturer based in beautiful, sunny Chandler, Arizona. You’ll join a first-class, dynamic organization steeped in rich culture and an established track record of delivering customers premier, quality products. You’ll work shoulder-to-shoulder with prime OEMs and help us develop state-of-the art solutions – all in a family-first community with top-rated schools and an abundance of recreational activities. Start the next chapter of your career with Crane Aerospace & Electronics!

Job Summary

Under general direction, the Production Planner II is responsible for creating work orders, scheduling production, and coordinating and expediting the flow of work and materials to support the established MRP production schedule. The Production Planner II is usually responsible for planning activities for either a moderate depth of top- and sub-assemblies or a moderate breadth of differing lines of production. The Production Planner II accomplishes this by coordinating with the operations and procurement teams to ensure the movement of materials and resources through departments to meet production schedules.

Essential Functions

• Create “New Product Introduction (NPI)” work orders, working closely with the NPI Manager to ensure timely planning, scheduling, and delivery.
• Assist Configuration Management (CM) in the set-up of new Part Numbers in Oracle (i.e., MRP parameters, Make/Buy, Planner Codes etc.)
• Participate in the Make/Buy Process.
• Distribute production schedules or work orders to the floor by coordinating with production supervisors in order to level-load work based on available resources and production requirements.
• Expedite operations that delay schedules and alter schedules to meet unforeseen conditions.
• Identify and resolve daily material issues, such as shortages, by facilitating or expediting necessary components to support the production needs.
• Provide production scheduling report data to Buyers and VSMs in order to identify potential risk and assist with mitigation plans.
• Escalate shortages to appropriate parties for resolution.
• Revise production schedules when required due to design changes, labor or material shortages, backlogs, or other production interruptions by collaborating with required stakeholders (e.g., Management, CAMs, Buyers, Operations, Engineering, etc.)
• Communicate with front end (CAs, CAMs, PMs) when product will not be completed on time and provide recovery dates.
• Prepare production reports such as risk reports, on-time delivery reports, aged WIP reports, etc.
• Audit, update, and maintain MRP signal data and other production data in Oracle with VSM and Master Scheduler support.

Non-Essential Functions

• Create work orders in Oracle ERP for assigned department or product line according to established Kanban and Materials Requirement Planning (MRP) requirements.
• Create “Non-Standard” rework orders when requested by M.E. (Manufacturing Engineer) ensuring proper material allocations, accounting codes and MRP inventory parameters are correct.
• Review and analyze capacity to understand production impacts based on requests such as pull-ins, non-standards, OEM returns, and other production needs not aligned to MRP.
• Recommend Kanban and MRP parameters for assigned value stream/product line to improve production flow.

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience:
  • A minimum of 4 years’ experience in scheduling, supply chain or fulfillment
  • A minimum of 2 years’ experience in a lean manufacturing environment
• Knowledge:
  • Knowledge of manufacturing, production planning and materials control functions
  • Knowledge of scheduling and capacity planning tools
  • Strong understanding of Kanban Systems, JIT, POU, FIFO, Level loading and their application to manufacturing processes
  • Familiarity with raw components and their interchangeability
• Skills/Abilities:
  • Skilled in navigating and using Oracle ERP
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel
  • Strong detail-orientation
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
  • Effective communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Effective interpersonal skills
  • Ability to coordinate materials and production schedules with multiple inputs and outputs
• Education/Certification: High school diploma or GED

Eligibility Requirement

This position may require access to Controlled Data or Information. Where the position requires such access only US Persons will be considered. As a US Department of Defense contractor, we are bound by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Applicants selected could be subject to a Government security investigation and must meet the eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain or related field of study

Working Conditions

Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment. Manufacturing operations may require the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to: eye safety glasses, gowning, masks, hearing protectors, heel/wrist straps and any other required PPE Ability to lift objects up to 25 lbs. Flexible and willing to work overtime if necessary Standing: 50% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task Sitting: 50% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task Lifting (in pounds): up to 25 pounds Pushing (in pounds): up to 50 pounds Mental/Visual: Use of computer. Workspace (line, cube, etc): Desk in cube or office space

Top Benefits

• Benefits: Health care, dental, vision, life and disability insurance starting the first day of the month
• Time Off: 15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day at Crane and 12 paid holidays per year.
• 401k Retirement Plan: 401k plan with company match
• Education Reimbursement: eligible after 6 months of employment

You can see a list of our benefits at https://www.craneae.com/company/careers or visit our website at www.CraneAE.com for more information on our company and great opportunities. We are committed to operational excellence and world class processes. We employ Lean manufacturing techniques to optimize manufacturing efficiency and accuracy on all product lines. Our products are known for their technical strength, proven reliability and overall value. In our efforts to maintain a safe and drug-free workplace, Crane Aerospace & Electronics requires that candidates complete a satisfactory background check. FAA sensitive positions require employees to participate in a random drug test pool. This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Crane Company. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, general identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. At Crane, we believe that attracting and retaining the highest quality people is the best insurance of success. Our goal is to recruit talented people and train them within a culture that calls for performance with trust and respect. Join us. The unique backgrounds and differences of our associates make us stronger, more capable, and more successful. Beyond an associate’s base compensation, we reward and reinforce wellbeing with a compelling package of both cash and non-cash benefits, including comprehensive health, wellness incentives, assistance with retirement savings, paid time off, paid holidays, and tuition reimbursement — as well as performance-based bonus programs for certain positions. Crane prioritizes career development for our associates. All associates receive an annual development plan that includes a mixture of on-the-job coaching and formal training experiences to support individual development needs. We firmly believe in associate growth that supports career progression and we will proactively support your ongoing career development.